Sarasota County · USDA Zone 10a
Bird of Paradise Plants in Sarasota, FL
Iconic orange and blue flowers that bloom year-round in Florida. Perfect for borders, accent plantings, and tropical garden beds.
About Bird of Paradise Plants
Iconic orange and blue flowers that bloom year-round in Florida. Perfect for borders, accent plantings, and tropical garden beds.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Sarasota
Sarasota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and bird of paradise plants require a minimum of Zone 9b. Bird of Paradise Plants grow well in Sarasota. Your zone comfortably supports this plant, though occasional cold snaps may require temporary protection for younger specimens.
Growing Bird of Paradise Plants in Sarasota
Sarasota is USDA Zone 10a along the coast, with Sarasota Bay and the Gulf moderating winter lows on the keys and near downtown. Neighborhoods farther inland can see a light frost in a cold winter, so cold-hardy palms like Queen, Sylvester and Canary Island Date are the safe choice there. On Siesta Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key, salt spray and wind decide what thrives.
We plant bird of paradise plants across Sarasota, including these neighborhoods:
Bird of Paradise Prices Delivered to Sarasota
Straight from our current catalog (served by our Sarasota and Bradenton team). Delivered is the plant dropped at your property, delivery fee by zone plus sales tax. Delivered and planted is our crew planting it, no sales tax. Delivery is included in the planted price in Cape Coral, North Fort Myers and Pine Island. Planted orders carry a trip charge elsewhere: $100 in Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres and the beaches, $200 in Estero and Bonita Springs, $350 in Naples, Marco Island and Charlotte County, quoted by county from Sarasota to Tampa Bay.
| Size | Delivered | Delivered & planted |
|---|---|---|
| White Bird of Paradise, 15 Gallon | $98 | $173 |
| Orange Bird of Paradise, 7 Gallon | $54 | $94 |
| Orange Bird of Paradise, 15 Gallon | $150 | $225 |
| White Bird of Paradise, 7 Gallon | $54 | $94 |
Popular Bird of Paradise Varieties for Sarasota
Bird of Paradise Delivery & Installation in Sarasota
We deliver and install bird of paradise plants throughout Sarasota and Sarasota County. We deliver and install throughout Sarasota, including ZIP codes 34231, 34232, 34233, 34234, 34236, 34237, 34238, 34239 and 34242, plus Longboat Key 34228. Call (239) 799-5594 to schedule.
Frequently Asked: Bird of Paradise Plants in Sarasota
Do bird of paradise plants grow well in Sarasota, FL?+
Yes. Sarasota is in USDA Zone 10a, and bird of paradise plants need a minimum of Zone 9b. Iconic orange and blue flowers that bloom year-round in Florida. Perfect for borders, accent plantings, and tropical garden beds.
How much does it cost to install a bird of paradise in Sarasota?+
Our catalog prices for bird of paradise plants run $54 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $228 delivered and planted for the largest, plus the trip charge outside Cape Coral. Send your list and ZIP for a written price by text, or call (239) 799-5594.
What are the best bird of paradise varieties for Sarasota?+
The most-planted varieties in Sarasota include Orange Bird of Paradise, White Bird of Paradise, Giant Bird of Paradise. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver bird of paradise plants to Sarasota, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, bird of paradise plants throughout Sarasota and Sarasota County. Stock plants usually go out in 2 to 3 business days, field-grown palms in 7 to 10 days. $500 minimum per order.
When is the best time to plant bird of paradise plants in Sarasota?+
In Sarasota, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Bird of Paradise Plants can be planted year-round in Zone 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.